Curious about fermented juice? Lemon and ginger are a classic combination. As well as being tasty, lemons are packed with Vitamin C and ginger contains gingerol which helps keep nutrients moving through your gut.
Enhancing this flavor combination by following this fermented lemonade recipe supercharges a tasty drink with even more gut health benefits.
The process of making fermented lemonade itself can be a calming exercise, plus you are making a delicious gut health recipe to share with friends!
INGREDIENTS
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4-5 organic lemons
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1 tbsp grated ginger
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1/2 cup of whey
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1/3 cup of organic cane sugar
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still mineral water, to top up
YOU’LL NEED
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3 sterilized glass bottles
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A sterilized 3 liter jar
The fermenting process should take four or five days. Once made, the fermented lemonade should be consumed within a week.
INSTRUCTIONS
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Juice the lemons and filter through a sieve. Put the lemon juice, ginger, whey and sugar into a 3-litre sterilized jar and top up with mineral water, leaving one inch free at the top
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Shake thoroughly and leave it at room temperature for two days, releasing gas regularly by opening the lid.
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After two days, pour the mixture into glass bottles, adding a little of the ½ tbsp sugar to each. Seal and ferment at room temperature for another two-three days (opening every day) until you see bubbles.
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Now it’s ready to be put in the fridge to stop any further fermentation. Enjoy the gut healthy lemonade within a week.
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